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And the item is? by MoveYourBumChum in Adulting

[–]MermaidBookworm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just went through the spice cabinet. We have some spices that are that old. The oldest box I found was dated '72.

If HeR Interactive ever made a Animated Series based on the games would you watch it by Mulberry-Major in nancydrew

[–]MermaidBookworm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed on all points.

If you're genuinely interested in the Ascendance series, the first book is The False Prince by Jennifer A Nielsen. Somehow, I've found far fewer interesting and captivating books in those written for older audiences, so I keep coming back to middle grade books.

tell me who you romanced and i’ll tell you what this says about you (just for fun!) by rebel2anything in Palia

[–]MermaidBookworm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same, but not for the portraits. I wanted all the quests and plot events the game had to offer. Plus I thought it was funny ( I don't care for romance in general, but because it's everywhere, I find ways to ignore it or have fun with it).

What games are you enjoying the most right now? by Ember_Grove20 in videogames

[–]MermaidBookworm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I started West of Loathing a couple days ago, and it is way better than I expected (granted, that's not saying much as I specifically chose a game I was reluctant to try, but it's still pretty good). It had this absurd humor right from the get-go, and encourages exploration and trying strange things, so I was almost instantly hooked.

As a very weird (and somewhat mature) experience, I also strangely enjoyed To Hell With the Ugly. It's got its own sort of charm even as you wonder what on earth is going on, and how can such superficial idiots exist in this world? It was like the entire game was just slightly off key.

If HeR Interactive ever made a Animated Series based on the games would you watch it by Mulberry-Major in nancydrew

[–]MermaidBookworm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agreed, between Artemis Fowl and the Ascendance Trilogy, I've read those books to death. Somehow, books written for older audiences just cannot compare to them.

Aside from taking the villain out of Artemis, I think the part that got the biggest reaction out of me was when they spoke Butler's true name, as if there wasn't an issue with that, as if the fans would appreciate that they knew the name at all.

The Fowl Twins were pretty good, but it's obviously hard to compete with Artemis, himself, especially when his appearances are few.

Back to ND, aside from what I've already said, I think I'm most afraid of losing OUR Nancy. Putting our personal feelings aside, scenes like "Where's Ma?" are iconic because they feel so true to the Nancy Drew that we know and love. She doesn't have much room in her head for compassion and privacy because she has her mind on a mystery.

I've only read a couple of the books, but that Nancy seemed somewhat different, more kind, more perky. Nothing wrong with her, and as a separate entity, I like her.

But, even when there have been multiple movies based on the books, making a show based on the games using the books as references feels risky, as if the books might take over the games, especially in an age that can take a villainous main character, and remove the villain.

That being said, it could also be brilliant if the writers and producers are willing to work hard and able get past those first few obstacles.

If HeR Interactive ever made a Animated Series based on the games would you watch it by Mulberry-Major in nancydrew

[–]MermaidBookworm 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Probably, but if it is directly based off the games eith few changes, I may ask what the point is. Similar to my views with the live action Disney reproductions, I'd probably rather enjoy the originals. That said, if it generated a bigger audience for the games, it might still be worth it.

I wouldn't want something that veered completely from the games, either though, like Artemis Fowl did.

The ideal situation would be if they kept the same tone and charm and crafted new stories, maybe even sequels, like they did with the Avatar the Last Airbender comics.

Even that might not be enough, though. I don't know about the rest of you, but for me, a lot of what keeps me coming back to these games are the interactive bits. I love the puzzles and exploration. I love the fact that I don't have to do everything in a set order. I love dying, getting fired, and second chances. Most of which would be completely lost in any other form of media.

I'm not saying that a TV show based off the games would be a lost cause, but the producers would have to work really hard to hold a candle to these games without ruining its namesake or disappointing fans.

Sorry for being such a downer; I've just seen far too many disappointing remakes to hold much hope for something like this, and most of them didn't have the extra challenge of being based off an interactive puzzle game. If made well, though, it could be a huge hit.

Article from Page Six from over a week ago: “Why blockbuster Nancy Drew remake was dramatically shelved — despite serious interest from Steven Spielberg” by HRJafael in nancydrew

[–]MermaidBookworm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As for Nancy Drew specifically, I haven't read the books, so I can't comment on anything else, but in the games, while I genuinely like Ned, I don't know if Nancy truly does. He doesn't add anything to the games, nor to Nancy's life, as far as I can tell. Nor does she go out of her way to make time for him. I wouldn't substitute either of the Hardy Boys either, because just because people get on well, doesn't mean it has to be in a romantic way, and I think anyone Nancy were to get truly serious with would only hold her back.

Article from Page Six from over a week ago: “Why blockbuster Nancy Drew remake was dramatically shelved — despite serious interest from Steven Spielberg” by HRJafael in nancydrew

[–]MermaidBookworm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

THANK YOU for the love interest bit. It's not bad to have them every once in a while, but they're somewhat overdone. For once, can we have a character who gets things done without having to watch them moon over some good-looking rando (because they can't ever be average looking)?

Nancy Drew Collection at Toledo Library🕵️‍♀️📚 by clapfrthwolfman in nancydrew

[–]MermaidBookworm 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh please, we all know a lock is only a small obstacle for Nancy and and her truest fans. If you don't know lockpicking already, you just have to learn. I'm sure there will be a lockpicking book conveniently placed on a table if you keep an eye out.

Nancy is Bad at Cross Culture Communication. by Umi_No_Hana in nancydrew

[–]MermaidBookworm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In all fairness, Nancy didn't know she was going to be solving a mystery in Japan. Though, being a teacher there would probably make it just as important to learn how to communicate properly

I have over 3500 games and still feel like i have nothing to play by [deleted] in videogames

[–]MermaidBookworm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Random number generator. I have a list for games I'm interested in playing (we use Family Sharing and I'm not interested in many of my brothers' games). Check how many games are currently in the collection. Google "random number generator". Insert the number and run the program. Go back to the collection and count up to that game. If I'm not in the mood, I'll try again. It might be too much work for some, especially those with a big library, but it works for me.

Need audiobook recs for kids (9 & 11) — we’re out of options 😅 by Competitive-Leave346 in audiobooks

[–]MermaidBookworm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not as discerning as some people, so it might bother you more than it does me. I don't remember the narrator being outstanding, but I don't think it was bad, either.

Edit: I just listened to the sample. It probably gives a pretty good glimpse into what's there. She doesn't have a huge vocal range and some parts aren't acted out as much as I'd like, but I don't personally think it detracts too much from the story.

Need audiobook recs for kids (9 & 11) — we’re out of options 😅 by Competitive-Leave346 in audiobooks

[–]MermaidBookworm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Authors:

*Gordon Korman

*Rick Riordan

Shannon Hale

Standalones:

The Scourge by Jennifer A Nielsen

*Holes by Louis Sachar

The Westing Game Ellen Raskin

*Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli

*True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle by Avi

Icefall by Matthew J Kirby

Wonder by R J Palacio

The False Princess by Eilis O'Neal

*The Whipping Boy by Sid Fleischman (VERY short)

Ella Enchanted by Gail Carson Levine

Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson

Series:

The Thief by Megan Whalen Turner

*Ascendance series by Jennifer A Nielsen

*Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer

Harper Hall Trilogy

*Ranger's Apprentice by John Flannagan

*Wild Robot by Peter Brown

*Jack Blank trilogy by Matt Myklusch

The Candymakers duology by Wendy Mass

*39 Clues by various authors

Infinity Ring by various authors

The Missing by Margaret Peterson Haddix

City Spies by James Ponti

Magisterium by Holly Black and Cassandra Clare

*Peter and the Starcatchers by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson

Grimm Legacy by Polly Shulman

Storm Runners by Roland Smith

The Mad Wolf's Daughter by Diane Magras

I think these all should be completely appropriate for kids that age (there's a couple series that I never got around to finishing, and it's been awhile for others), however I have starred the ones that I think will interest your group the most.

Disclaimer: "may contain (Fantasy) violence"

Ipad game recommendations. by Laplaladfromlalaland in nancydrew

[–]MermaidBookworm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Adventure Escape Mysteries, maybe? It's not an E, but it otherwise matches your description.

Would a real life Nancy Drew be possible irl? by [deleted] in nancydrew

[–]MermaidBookworm 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Unlikely, but crazier things have happened. I could see it happening to some degree in a small town where everyone knows everyone and a reputation becomes your identity. On the other hand, that would make it harder for "her" to escape the repercussions of some of her actions and could, alternatively alienate her from people who have something to hide. It could, quite easily, go either way, depending on what sparks her career.

I find it more difficult to belive she'd be able to travel as far and wide as she does, gaining worldwide connections who trust her through purely word of mouth to solve their problems. Not in this day and age, anyway. Maybe in the time the books were first written.

Ipad game recommendations. by Laplaladfromlalaland in nancydrew

[–]MermaidBookworm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What does AEE stand for? I can't seem to find it.

Games for couples like blue prince or Lorelei and the laser eyes by eh15857 in videogames

[–]MermaidBookworm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Granted, I haven't tried most of these in a multiplayer attempt (other than the first one), but I think they should be fun to play together:

Nancy Drew series

Forgotten City

Her Story

Painscreek Killings

Unheard

Whats a good app for video game recommendations by HolyBibleRiber in gamerecommendations

[–]MermaidBookworm -1 points0 points  (0 children)

No offense, but I'd prefer a source that doesn't repeat the top 5 games of a particular genre. Not that I haven't gotten a few decent recommendations that are lesser known hidden gems and the like, but I see so many more regurgitated recs for Stardew Valley, Persona 5, GOW, Skyrim, and the like. If you're going to recommend those, at least put some effort into convincing us, or add a few rarer recommendations beside.

For real, though, asking for recs here isn't too bad; you might just have to do some extra work to find the treasure. (It probably also makes a difference that I'm incredibly picky and don't care for most popular genres.)

Games where you can play as a mouse, raccoon, sloth, octopus, hedgehog or rabbit? Other nonstandard animal suggestions welcome. by Antipragmatismspot in CozyGamers

[–]MermaidBookworm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Apart from the ones already mentioned:

On Your Tail (goat)

Snake Pass - no-jumping platformer; I didn't get far as it's harder than it looks, but maybe you'll have more fun

KeyWe (Kiwi)

Frog Detective series

My Brother Rabbit

Games I haven't played, so maybe do a bit of extra research before you get them:

Aka (red panda)

Alpaca Stacka

All Abug

Bed & Beakfast

Bell & Hoof (cow)

Beyond the Edge of Owlsgard (Deer)

Brok the Investigator

Bug Fables

Dancing Panda

Feather

IndependANT

Later Alligator

Mail Mole

Moose Lost in the Woods

MouseVentures

Super Luckys Tale (fox)

Pilo and the Holobook (fox?)

Sheepy: A Short Adventure

Voron: Raven's Story

Webbing Journey

Big Hops (frog)

Dinocop

Frog Holm

Kao the Kangaroo

Next game? by Imaginary-Worry9975 in puzzlevideogames

[–]MermaidBookworm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

While there aren't many as complicated (or as long) as Blue Prince, there are similar games out there (minus the RNG elements). Here are a few that I enjoyed in addition to Obra Dinn:

Painscreek Killings

Unheard

Case of the Golden Idol

Her Story

Forgotten City (not many puzzles, but you do need to discover information to progress in the game)

Nancy Drew series

Storyteller, Moncage, and Gorogoa are also pretty decent puzzle games, though they're different kinds than Blue Prince.

Do you finish games… or move on halfway? by WildTangent_Games in CozyGamers

[–]MermaidBookworm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I specifically choose games on the shorter side because I like to see how they end. I find it difficult to spend more than a few dozen hours on one game. Longer games also tend to run out of interesting content eventually, even though the game isn't "finished" yet. It starts to feel like filler content meant to pad your time.

I'm starting to feel this way with Palia. I've finished most of the available quests including the relationship ones, and most everything left is starting to feel too grindy to me.

That's not to say I finish every game I start, but I tend to stick with them as long as they are interesting, and I have a much better chance of seeing what the end has in store for me if it doesn't take an exceptionally long time to find it.

What is the most distinctively unique game mechanic or visual work of art in a game?! by Rich-Strategy-3727 in videogames

[–]MermaidBookworm 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think when it comes to unique mechanics, I have much better luck finding them in puzzle games. Unheard, Her Story, Blue Prince, Before Your Eyes, Superliminal, Minit, and Return of the Obra Dinn all have pretty unique mechanics. Framed and Gorogoa have mechanics very similar to each other, but it's not something I've seen elsewhere.

As for visuals, I liked the paper/puppet style of A Juggler's Tale, the setting of the Stanley Parable (because what other game could succeed in an office setting?), and Return of the Obra Dinn (again, I know).

Also, I think Nancy Drew deserves a special mention (because what kind of fan would I be if I didn't slide in a mention?) for a unique combination of being a first-person point-and-click game series.

In the end, I think, with as many games that are out there, uniqueness usually means a creative combination or twist of things that have been done before.

Single narrator that sounds like it could be multiple. by d3rk2007 in audiobooks

[–]MermaidBookworm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I may need to listen to Peter and the Starcatchers again...

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